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Lead Data Design Engineer

BAE Systems
BAE Systems Salary
Sterling, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/9/2026

Job Description

BAE Systems has an opportunity to support open source intelligence and requires a fully-cleared Lead Data Design Engineer available. This individual is responsible for the technical design and architecture of the project, leading the team in providing technical solutions to meet Customer requirements. In this capacity, he/she directs the integration of architectural best practices and ensures the development of technical documentation. The best candidate will have experience designing, developing, and documenting collection capabilities and services in the cloud. He/she will have the opportunity to utilize emerging AI/ML technologies to design and implement solutions that enhance security, agility, and effectiveness of open source collection capabilities.



Required Education, Experience, & Skills
  • Bachelors degree and 10 years of overall relevant experience
  • 7 years of architecture experience designing, developing and documenting collection capabilities and services in the cloud
  • 5 years experience driving innovation and optimization in the design, development, and deployment of collection capabilities
  • Ability to demonstrate knowledge of emerging technologies, (such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing), to architect and lead the implementation of collection solutions that enhance the security, agility, and effectiveness of collection capabilities.


Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
  • 7 years of architecture experience designing, developing, and documenting OSE specific collection capabilities and services in the cloud
  • Demonstrated knowledge of emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and cloud computing, to architect and lead the implementation of collection solutions that enhance the security, agility, and effectiveness of the OSE-specific collection mission.


Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $149603 - $254317

Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Salary : $149,603 - $254,317

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